Indian markets face headwinds from elevated crude oil prices, unlike the US which benefits from exports. Market expert Sameer Dalal warns that FMCG margins may have peaked due to rising logistics costs, and Q1 earnings could be subdued as companies face higher input prices and slowing economic activity.
The Nifty Bank index plunged nearly 900 points, driven by weak earnings from State Bank of India and broader market sentiment. SBI shares led the decline, while other major banks also saw significant drops. Analysts anticipate continued consolidation in the index, with key support and resistance levels identified.
A nearly 50% rally in 2026 has made Adani Power India’s most valuable listed power firm, surpassing NTPC. Strong earnings, rising demand, high PLFs, new tariff PPAs and growing institutional ownership are driving the stock’s sharp re-rating, even as valuation risks remain.
Tata Consumer Products shares rose sharply on Monday after strong Q4 earnings beat estimates. Consolidated net profit rose 21% YoY, supported by robust India-branded business performance. Brokerages including Morgan Stanley, Motilal Oswal and Elara Capital remain positive, projecting healthy growth, margin expansion and further upside for the FMCG major.
SBI shares fell over 3% on Monday and are down 10% in two sessions despite the lender reporting a 6% YoY rise in Q4 standalone net profit to Rs 19,684 crore. Net interest income rose 4%, while provisions declined sharply. However, softer net interest margins weighed on investor sentiment following the March-quarter earnings announcement.
Travel stocks, including IndiGo, SpiceJet, ixigo, Toman Cook and Yatra Online, fell sharply after Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to avoid non-essential foreign travel for a year. Rising crude oil prices added further pressure, pushing aviation turbine fuel costs higher and weighing on margins, demand and sector sentiment.
Markets are watching key inflation data and consumer spending trends. Developments in the Iran conflict and a meeting between Presidents Trump and Xi are also crucial. Strong corporate earnings have boosted stocks. Investors await crucial economic indicators that could influence interest rate decisions. Rising energy prices are a significant concern.
Indian smallcap stocks are delivering impressive returns early in FY27. Over ten stocks have doubled investor wealth in just 25 sessions. This surge is driven by genuine earnings growth, with many companies exceeding expectations. While the Nifty shows modest gains, these smaller companies are benefiting from domestic capex and infrastructure spending. Investors are finding opportunities in these selective stocks.
Japan is stepping up efforts to slow the yen’s decline through a coordinated push involving the Bank of Japan, the Finance Ministry and support from the U.S., with policymakers adopting a more hawkish stance and intervening aggressively in currency markets. Authorities are estimated to have spent nearly 10 trillion yen on yen-buying interventions after concerns grew over inflation risks linked to the weak currency.
Swiggy shares plunged 7% after the company reported a Q4 FY26 net loss of Rs 800 crore. Despite narrowing losses and strong growth in food delivery and Instamart, brokerages flagged rising competition in quick commerce. Nuvama, Nomura and Citi retained bullish ratings, citing improving margins, strong execution and long-term growth potential in both delivery business.
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